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Chapter 494

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last update Last Updated: 2024-06-03 17:29:16
In the sleek, black-and-white office, Cedric stood by the window, hands in his pockets. His tall, elegant figure was captivating, and his unforgettable face made it hard for any woman to look away.

When he noticed Sophie looking his way, he smirked. Seeing her avert her gaze, he grabbed a stack of sticky notes from his desk.

Sophie observed his every move. She had initially intended to close the blinds, but seeing him with the sticky notes, she hesitated.

"What is Mr. Carlson doing?" Linda asked, curiosity evident.

"I have no idea," Sophie replied, blushing. 'Does he really think I can read the notes from such a distance?'

Cedric began writing on the sticky notes and sticking them onto the pristine glass window.

Sophie squinted but could not make out the words from afar.

One by one, he covered the glass with pink sticky notes.

"Is that a..." Linda's smile widened, barely contained. She could see what was forming, and so could Sophie. It was unexpected for Cedric to do somethin
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